. >> it felt like the economy was starting to turn and at the same time the interest rates were getting lower and lower. that created a sense urgency. >> reporter: they are hardly alone. here in east los angeles sales have tripped over the year. they're now selling homes faster than they can build them. >> this community is hopping. there's a lot of activity. >> reporter: this real estate agent says it's a stark contrast to the scene here five years ago when the real estate boom went bust. there was a period when this was like a ghost town. >> that's a very good word for it. it was very desolate. i did a lot of short sales, helped people move out of their homes, out of their dream homes, and had nowhere to put them. >> reporter: and now it's exactly the opposite. >> absolutely. now we're seeing it come full circle. >> reporter: and then some. they haven't even furnished their four-bedroom home with a view, but they've already been approached by people asking -- >> are you interesting in selling? i goo, you'll have to talk to my wife. >> i tell him let's move in first. >> reporter: timin